Travelling from Tampa to Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR): What you need to know
Begin your trip planning by looking up where you'll catch your flight from Tampa to Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR). Explore your options for setting off from Tampa International Airport (TPA) or St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE), two of the city's main airports.
Expect to be in the air for 3 hours 5 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct Tampa to Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford International Airport flight.
Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford International Airport is located in Grand Rapids. The city's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Tampa.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from Tampa to GRR.
If you're getting away during a popular month like March, arrive at the terminal even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Check-in and security lines will be longer during holiday periods like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year.
Airports in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Reach your destination without the detour from Tampa International Airport (TPA). Nonstop flights from Tampa to Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) can be booked from here.
When taking off from TPA, you can take a direct flight from Tampa to Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford International Airport with Frontier Airlines.
Frontier Airlines is the most frequently chosen airline for flights from TPA to GRR.
The journey from central Tampa to TPA takes around 35 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a convenient hotel near Tampa International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Tampa to Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
Of the departures from Tampa International Airport, 78% arrive on time at their destination.
You'll find TPA at 5507 West Spruce Street.
St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
Prefer to leave from St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)? Direct Tampa to Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) plane tickets are available from here.
From PIE, direct flights from Tampa to GRR are available with Allegiant Air.
On the PIE to GRR route, Allegiant Air is the favourite choice for most passengers.
With 73.33% of services landing on schedule, Allegiant Air is the most punctual carrier flying between St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport and Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford International Airport.
You can arrive at PIE from the centre of Tampa in approximately 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to travel the 32 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Tampa to GRR flight, kick back in one of these hotels near St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport:
77% of flights taking off from St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find PIE at Suite 221 - Terminal Building.
About Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR)
Have a late flight from Tampa to Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford International Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near GRR and hit the lights earlier:
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride around three weeks before your Tampa to Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford International Airport flight.
The street address for GRR is 5500 44th Street Southeast.
Getting from Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) to central Grand Rapids
From Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford International Airport, central Grand Rapids is around 23 kilometres away. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tampa to Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tampa to Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford International Airport is $65. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $130. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To find cheap flights from Tampa to GRR, book early. Airlines typically offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
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The best time to fly from Tampa to Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Tampa to Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR). July is the peak month for travel to Grand Rapids. If crowds aren't your thing, think about going in December.
When booking your Tampa to GRR plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Grand Rapids, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Tampa to Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford International Airport in January when temperatures are between -12ºC (10ºF) and 2ºC (36ºF).
More about Grand Rapids
After booking your flight from Tampa to Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Grand Rapids:
DeVos Performance Hall and Riverwalk Promenade are just a couple of the top attractions to put on your Grand Rapids must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Riverwalk Ah Nab Awen Park.
Explore more of the United States
Chicago is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Grand Rapids. Around 209 kilometres away to the southwest, check out popular attractions including Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and Willis Tower.
Detroit is another essential stop in the United States and is around 209 kilometres east of Grand Rapids. No trip is complete without dropping by Motown Museum, The Majestic Theatre and Detroit Institute of Arts.